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Apple And Celery Salad Recipe

This vibrant Apple & Celery Salad recipe is a timeless favorite, perfect as a side dish or light lunch. Using a crisp, flavorful apple like Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Jonathan, Cortland, Empire, or Winesap is key to its deliciousness. Adapted from a 1947 Mississippi Valley recipe, this salad is quick to prepare and boasts a refreshing crunch. Get ready for a taste of nostalgic culinary charm!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 287.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Apple And Celery Salad

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Ingredients for Apple And Celery Salad

  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • Apple
  • Walnuts
  • Mayonnaise
  • Lettuce Leaves

How to Make Apple And Celery Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced apples, sliced celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. If using, stir in the chopped nuts.
  3. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the apples to slightly soften. (Chilling time is in addition to prep time)
  4. Serve the chilled apple and celery salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or mixed greens.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

15g

Carbs

5g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Low Protein Salads Fruit American Easy Beginner Cook Kid Friendly Vegetarian Dietary Midwestern Low In Something Apples Presentation Served Cold 3 Steps Or Less